Daily Current Affairs Quiz, 6 February 2026MCQs for UPSC, MPSC, SSC, Banking & Teaching Exams
Practice the Daily Current Affairs Quiz for 6 February 2026 with 15 MCQs and explanations. Questions sourced from The Hindu and Indian Express, selected for UPSC, MPSC, SSC, Banking & Teaching exam preparation. Topics covered include Polity, Governance, Social Issues and Ethics.
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Test your knowledge with 15 MCQs from today's current affairs. Each question includes an explanation for UPSC, MPSC, SSC, Banking & Teaching exam preparation.
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Q1The Supreme Court judgment permitting abortion beyond 24 weeks primarily interprets rights under which article of the Constitution?
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The Supreme Court judgment permitting abortion beyond 24 weeks primarily interprets rights under which article of the Constitution?
Answer: Article 21 (Right to Life and Liberty)
The right to reproductive autonomy and bodily integrity, which formed the core of this judgment, is a well-established judicial expansion of the fundamental right to life and personal liberty guaranteed under Article 21 of the Constitution.
Polity · Governance · Social Issues · Ethics · easy
Q2The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) that decides the policy repo rate is constituted under which Act?
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The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) that decides the policy repo rate is constituted under which Act?
Answer: Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934
The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) was constituted under Section 45ZB of the amended Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934. Its primary objective is to determine the policy rate required to achieve the inflation target set by the Government.
Economy · Banking Regulation · easy
Q3The Supreme Court's judgment regarding the definition of Aravalli hills primarily involves interpretation of which constitutional provision?
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The Supreme Court's judgment regarding the definition of Aravalli hills primarily involves interpretation of which constitutional provision?
Answer: Article 48A (Protection of environment)
The Supreme Court's Aravalli judgment involves interpreting the state's duty under Article 48A to protect and improve the environment. While Articles 21 and 51A(g) are also relevant, the core constitutional mandate being examined is the Directive Principle under Article 48A.
Polity · Governance · Environment · medium
Q4The 'Biopharma SHAKTI' scheme announced in the Union Budget 2026-27 primarily falls under the purview of which Union Ministry?
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The 'Biopharma SHAKTI' scheme announced in the Union Budget 2026-27 primarily falls under the purview of which Union Ministry?
Answer: Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
While the scheme involves pharmaceuticals and industry, it is a health sector initiative announced in the budget to boost domestic manufacturing of biologics and biosimilars, placing it under the primary domain of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW).
Economy · Governance · Social Issues · easy
Q5The Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority (FNTA) agreement was signed in the presence of the Union Home Minister and the Nagaland Chief Minister. Under which part of the Indian Constitution do special provisions like Article 371(A) for Nagaland appear?
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The Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority (FNTA) agreement was signed in the presence of the Union Home Minister and the Nagaland Chief Minister. Under which part of the Indian Constitution do special provisions like Article 371(A) for Nagaland appear?
Answer: Part XXI: Temporary, Transitional and Special Provisions
Articles 369 to 392 (which include Article 371A) are enshrined in Part XXI of the Constitution, titled 'Temporary, Transitional and Special Provisions'. This part deals with special status for states like Nagaland, Mizoram, etc.
Polity · State Governance · Governance · easy
Q6Which landmark Supreme Court judgment is cited in the article as a precedent for the judiciary laying down guidelines in the absence of legislation on a critical issue?
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Which landmark Supreme Court judgment is cited in the article as a precedent for the judiciary laying down guidelines in the absence of legislation on a critical issue?
Answer: Vishaka vs State of Rajasthan
The Vishaka case (1997) is the landmark precedent where the Supreme Court laid down guidelines to prevent sexual harassment at the workplace until Parliament enacted a law. The article draws a direct parallel, suggesting a similar approach is needed for hate speech legislation.
Polity · Governance · Social Issues · Ethics · easy
Q7The National Steering Committee (NSC) for the PM-SETU scheme is chaired by the Secretary of which Ministry?
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The National Steering Committee (NSC) for the PM-SETU scheme is chaired by the Secretary of which Ministry?
Answer: Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship
As per the article, the National Steering Committee (NSC) for approving the selection of industry partners and monitoring NSTIs is chaired by the Secretary of the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE). This ministry is the nodal agency for all skill development initiatives in India.
Governance · Social Issues · easy
Q8As per the Disaster Management Act, 2005, who is the ex-officio Chairperson of the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA)?
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As per the Disaster Management Act, 2005, who is the ex-officio Chairperson of the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA)?
Answer: Prime Minister of India
The Disaster Management Act, 2005, under Section 3(2), states that the Prime Minister shall be the ex-officio Chairperson of the National Disaster Management Authority. This is a fundamental static GK fact.
Governance · Social Issues · State Governance · easy
Q9The recent draft guidelines on capping customer liability for digital fraud and regulating loan recovery agents were proposed by which regulatory body?
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The recent draft guidelines on capping customer liability for digital fraud and regulating loan recovery agents were proposed by which regulatory body?
Answer: Reserve Bank of India (RBI)
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is India's central bank and the primary regulator for banking and non-banking financial companies. It is responsible for framing guidelines related to customer protection, digital transactions, and loan recovery practices in the financial sector.
Economy · Banking Regulation · Governance · easy
Q10The Union Budget for 2026-27, which emphasized high capital expenditure, is presented by which constitutional functionary?
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The Union Budget for 2026-27, which emphasized high capital expenditure, is presented by which constitutional functionary?
Answer: The Finance Minister
Under Article 112 of the Indian Constitution, the Annual Financial Statement (Budget) is laid before Parliament by the President. However, it is presented by the Finance Minister on behalf of the President. The Ministry of Finance prepares the budget.
Economy · Governance · easy
Q11Consider the following statements regarding the Supreme Court judgment on abortion:
1. The Court allowed the termination of a 32-week pregnancy of a minor woman.
2. The Bench was led by Justices B.V. Nagarathna and Ujjal Bhuyan.
3. The judgment emphasized that the 24-week limit under the MTP Act could force women towards unsafe abortions.
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Consider the following statements regarding the Supreme Court judgment on abortion:
1. The Court allowed the termination of a 32-week pregnancy of a minor woman.
2. The Bench was led by Justices B.V. Nagarathna and Ujjal Bhuyan.
3. The judgment emphasized that the 24-week limit under the MTP Act could force women towards unsafe abortions.
Answer: Both 2 and 3
Statement 1 is incorrect: the pregnancy was 30 weeks, not 32. Statement 2 is correct as per the news. Statement 3 is correct; the Court highlighted this public health risk associated with the restrictive limit.
Polity · Governance · Social Issues · Ethics · hard
Q12Consider the following statements regarding the recent RBI MPC decision:
1. The MPC decided to increase the repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.25%.
2. The MPC retained its 'neutral' monetary policy stance.
3. The GDP growth projection for FY26 was revised downwards to 7.3%.
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Consider the following statements regarding the recent RBI MPC decision:
1. The MPC decided to increase the repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.25%.
2. The MPC retained its 'neutral' monetary policy stance.
3. The GDP growth projection for FY26 was revised downwards to 7.3%.
Answer: Only 2
Statement 1 is incorrect: The MPC held the repo rate steady at 5.25%, it did not increase it. Statement 2 is correct: The MPC retained a 'neutral' stance. Statement 3 is incorrect: The GDP growth projection for FY26 was revised upwards to 7.4%, not downwards to 7.3%.
Economy · Banking Regulation · hard
Q13Consider the following statements regarding recent developments in India's environmental jurisprudence:
1. The Supreme Court, in November 2025, accepted a definition of Aravalli hills based solely on a 100-metre height criterion.
2. The Court's judgment in Vanashakti vs Union of India (2025) permanently banned all retrospective environmental clearances.
3. The 'precautionary principle' was established in Indian environmental law through the Vellore Citizens' Welfare Forum case (1996).
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Consider the following statements regarding recent developments in India's environmental jurisprudence:
1. The Supreme Court, in November 2025, accepted a definition of Aravalli hills based solely on a 100-metre height criterion.
2. The Court's judgment in Vanashakti vs Union of India (2025) permanently banned all retrospective environmental clearances.
3. The 'precautionary principle' was established in Indian environmental law through the Vellore Citizens' Welfare Forum case (1996).
Answer: Both 1 and 3
Statement 1 is correct as per the 2025 Supreme Court judgment. Statement 2 is incorrect because the Vanashakti judgment banning retrospective clearances was recalled by the Supreme Court within five months. Statement 3 is correct as the Vellore case (1996) indeed established the precautionary principle in Indian environmental law.
Polity · Governance · Environment · hard
Q14As per the Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTP) Act, 1971, what is the standard upper gestation limit for seeking a legal abortion in India?
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As per the Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTP) Act, 1971, what is the standard upper gestation limit for seeking a legal abortion in India?
Answer: 24 weeks
The MTP Act, 1971, sets the general upper limit for legal abortion at 24 weeks of gestation. The Supreme Court's decision to allow a 30-week termination was a specific exception based on the minor's circumstances, not a change in the statutory limit.
Polity · Governance · Social Issues · Ethics · medium
Q15As per the February 2026 MPC announcement, what is the revised projection for Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation for FY26?
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As per the February 2026 MPC announcement, what is the revised projection for Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation for FY26?
Answer: 2.1%
The RBI MPC marginally revised its retail inflation (CPI) forecast for FY26 to 2.1%, up from the earlier projection of 2%. The slight upward revision was attributed primarily to an increase in prices of precious metals.
Economy · Banking Regulation · medium
Topics Covered
Relevant for UPSC Prelims, MPSC, SSC CGL, Banking , Teaching and State PSC exams.
Articles Covered
- Supreme Court Permits 30-Week Abortion for Minor, Upholds Reproductive Autonomy Under MTP Act
- RBI MPC Holds Repo Rate at 5.25%, Raises FY26 GDP Growth Projection to 7.4% and Inflation to 2.1%
- Supreme Court Environmental Jurisprudence Declines with 2026 Review of Article 21 and 48A Constitutional Provisions
- Budget 2026 Allocates Funds for Healthcare Spending with Specific Provisions for National Health Programs
- Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority Formed Under Article 371(A) for Six Eastern Districts, 46 Subjects
- Supreme Court Considers Strengthening Hate Speech Laws Amid Constitutional Tests Under Articles 19(2) and 142
- PM-SETU Allocates ₹60,000 Crore for 1,000 ITI Upgrades and Five NSTIs as Premier Skilling Centres
- NDMA Releases First National DVI SOP with 4-Stage Protocol and National Dental Data Registry
- RBI caps fraud compensation at Rs 25,000, proposes guidelines for mis-selling and loan recovery practices
- Budget 2026-27 allocates ₹12.22 lakh crore capex, FM cites private sector investment shift and 10% nominal GDP growth target
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